Many lakes, but only one actually called a lake. A friendly guide to Windermere, Ullswater, Coniston, Derwentwater and dramatic Wast Water, and what each one is best for.
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From £2,072 per week
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8Sleeps
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
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Overview
Half a mile from the edge of Derwentwater there are so many places to explore close to home. Enjoy a gentle walk up Catbells (1 mile) for panoramic views and if you fancy continuing across the fell tops head on to Maiden Moor (3 miles) High Spy (3.5 miles) and Dale Head (5 miles). Reward the day's efforts with a meal at the local inn just half a mile from home so you can walk there and back and enjoy a tipple. Board a boat from the local launch and journey across to Keswick (3.5 miles by road) the Adventure Capital of England where you can visit the cinema or Theatre by the Lake. Great for returning home from exploring the hallway leads to a boot room which has plenty of space for you to hang coats and leave boots. Also leading off the hallway is a handy cloakroom and a games room complete with table football piano and space to tackle a puzzle. A door leads to the kitchen/diner and the lounge. Spacious sleek and flooded with natural light from the sliding patio door find an electric range-style oven with an induction hob fridge/freezer microwave and a dishwasher. There is also a coffee machine to help kick start your early mornings. Featuring a Smart TV watch your favourite programme or just admire the views. Providing extra space and handy appliances the utility room houses a second large fridge/freezer washing machine and tumble dryer. The lounge boasts mountain views through the sliding patio door and a wood burner to keep you warm. Settle on the sofa and chairs and switch on the Smart TV for a chilled night in perfect for unwinding. When it's time to head to bed climb stairs to the first floor where four bedrooms await. Two tranquil double bedrooms are both treated to lovely views and en-suite shower rooms with WCs so you can rise and shine after a peaceful night and freshen up with ease. Two spacious twin bedrooms share the family bathroom with WC which has a bath and a separate shower. At the front of the home is a lovely garden and patio where you can sit with a tipple and a treat. Keep your eyes peeled for fantastic birdlife and admire the magnificent views. There is parking for three cars and garage storage for bikes should you be exploring on two wheels. Need to know: 4 bedrooms 2 doubles, 2 twins. 3 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 2 en suite shower rooms with WCs. Electric range style oven with induction hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and coffee machine. Utility room with large fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer. Wood burner (logs provided). Smart TV in kitchen, Smart TV in lounge, TV in one double bedroom. Front garden with patio area and furniture. There is space in the front of the house for up to 3 cars (if a small car is parked alongside the garden wall next to the garage). Garage for storing bikes. Games room with table football and piano. Shops within 3 miles, pub approx 3 miles. Please note, there is a ring door bell active and 3 cameras which cover the parking area and rear garden. Please note the property is on a Lakeland hillside. The garden has some steep drops and may not be suitable for children.
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